Firmware Engineer

MatchBox Consulting Group is urgently searching for a Senior Embedded Firmware Developer for a permanent role at one of our clients based in Victoria BC.

This is primarily an on-site role where candidates must be in the Greater Victoria area.

Job Description

• Design, write, and validate software for our existing and upcoming products. Typical software modules that we develop: UI/UX for our custom in-vehicle display, GPS/IMU, SAE J1939 and other industrial vehicle interfaces, data and event reporting/logging, Bluetooth BLE and LTE drivers, short range RF (FSK) drivers, Linux based unit test and production apparatuses, and more.
• You will be expected to take ownership of software modules and guide future development and support.
• Perform Quality Control functional release checks on your code.
• Mentor junior and intermediate team members.
• Apply and verify remote device configurations for our products deployed in the field.
• Perform routine checks on deployed products to ensure they are working as expected.
• Assist in content creation and maintenance for the technical documentation team.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or equivalent
• 5 – 10 years of software programming experience in a multi-threaded real time environment
• 5+ years of development experience using ARM Cortex M series or equivalent bare metal processors.
• Strong, demonstrable coding skills in C or C++
• Proficient in the use of oscilloscopes, multimeters, and in-circuit debuggers.
• Able to read and understand wiring and PCB layout schematics.
• Experience using revision control systems (GIT, SVN, or equivalent).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Desired experience and competencies:

• GNU toolchain (make, cmake, gcc)
• FreeRTOS, MPLAB, Seggar emWin, and NXP LPC Open software libraries
• SAE J1939/ CAN Open
• Able to solder and perform minor PCB alterations for troubleshooting prototype hardware.
• Experience using Linux development (Raspberry Pi/Beagle) for unit testing and production support.
• AT Command knowledge to interface with LTE cellular and Bluetooth (BLE) modules.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills combined with the ability to provide quick resolution to problems.
• Strong and effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff.
• Self-motivated.

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.